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Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2010 · Est. 17 min read-aloud
Ballet for Martha
By Jan Greenberg, Sandra Jordan, Brian Floca (Illustrator)
Discover the creation of a groundbreaking dance performance through collaboration and artistry.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 997 ratings
48 pages· 2,190 words· Est. 17 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Explore the behind-the-scenes journey of Martha Graham's iconic dance, Appalachian Spring. Follow the intense collaboration between choreographer Graham, composer Aaron Copland, and artist Isamu Noguchi as they bring this masterpiece to life. Witness the creative process, from the initial spark to the final performance, captured in vivid watercolors. What challenges did they face, and how did their unique talents merge to create something extraordinary? Dive into a world where art, music, and dance collide, revealing the passion and dedication behind a legendary performance.
From the publisher
A picture book about the making of Martha Graham’s Appalachian Spring, her most famous dance performance Martha Graham: trailblazing choreographer Aaron Copland: distinguished American composer Isamu Noguchi: artist, sculptor, craftsman Award-winning authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan tell the story behind the scenes of the collaboration that created APPALACHIAN SPRING, from its inception through the score’s composition to Martha’s intense rehearsal process. The authors’ collaborator is two-time Sibert Honor winner Brian Floca, whose vivid watercolors bring both the process and the performance to life.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 48
- Words
- 2,190
- Reading age
- 6–10
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD710L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.2
- F&P level
- ~Q
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 138911
Publication
- Published
- August 3, 2010
- Publisher
- Flash Point
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781596433380
- LCCN
- 2014451214
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